CMCA(UK) is a leading provider of innovative solutions for obsolescence management, supply chain resilience and lifecycle support. With over 25 years of experience, we are trusted by global organisations to manage the complexities of sustaining long-term projects across sectors, including defence, aerospace, automotive, energy and industrial engineering. Our expertise ensures clients can mitigate risk, optimise supply chains and extend the life of their assets and systems, even in the face of technological change.
Our Mission
At CMCA(UK), we empower organisations to manage obsolescence and supply chain challenges proactively. Our mission is to help clients anticipate risks, minimise downtime, and ensure the availability of critical parts throughout the lifecycle of their systems. We understand the importance of obsolescence management, particularly in sectors reliant on long-term operational readiness.
Obsolescence Management and Lifecycle Support
As specialists in obsolescence management, we offer a full range of services designed to identify, assess, and mitigate obsolescence risks before they disrupt operations. Our services include:
- Obsolescence Risk Assessments: Evaluating the potential impact of obsolescence on key systems.
- Proactive Monitoring: Using our advanced in-house COMPaSSWeb tool to monitor and signal obsolescence issues.
- Strategic Planning: Developing tailored obsolescence management plans aligned with client goals.
- Component Replacement and Long Term Storage: Identifying alternatives or storing critical parts in our long term nitrogen store.
- Obsolescence Training and Certification: Offering International Institute of Obsolescence Management (IIOM) certified training programmes to build in-house expertise.
Supply Chain Solutions
We are also a trusted partner in optimising and securing supply chains. Our procurement services help clients navigate global supply challenges, manage lead times, and address issues such as component shortages and logistics constraints. We ensure that our clients have access to the parts they need, when they need them.
Our key supply chain services include:
- Procurement Management: Sourcing components from approved global suppliers.
- Supply Chain Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities through strategic planning.
- Inventory Management: Optimising stock levels to balance cost-efficiency with operational readiness.
- Supplier Audits and Compliance: Ensuring supplier quality and reliability.
- Strategic Partnerships: Working with manufacturers and suppliers to deliver tailored procurement solutions.
Commitment to Sustainability
At CMCA(UK), sustainability is at the heart of what we do. By extending the life of critical systems and reducing the need for premature and costly replacements, we contribute to reducing environmental waste and lowering our clients’ carbon footprints. Our commitment to sustainability drives our continuous search for new ways to help clients achieve their environmental goals.
Industry Sectors
CMCA(UK) serves a wide range of industries where obsolescence management and supply chain resilience are essential:
- Defence and Aerospace: Working with defence contractors and aerospace manufacturers to manage long-term systems where component availability is critical.
- Energy and Power Generation: Supporting energy companies, including those in nuclear, oil and gas, and renewables, to ensure uninterrupted infrastructure operation.
- Automotive and Transport: Managing obsolescence in automotive systems, especially in aftersales, where the availability of spare parts is crucial.
- Industrial and Manufacturing: Offering lifecycle support for machinery and equipment to ensure continued operation despite obsolescence challenges.
Training and Certification
CMCA(UK) is a recognised training provider, delivering IIOM-certified courses that equip professionals with the skills to manage obsolescence risk effectively. Our flagship programmes include:
- IIOM Associate Grade Obsolescence Management Training: Covering the fundamentals of obsolescence management.
- Bespoke Training Programmes: Tailored to meet the specific needs of individual organisations.
Why Partner with CMCA(UK)?
CMCA(UK) brings a unique combination of technical expertise, industry knowledge and a global supply network to every partnership. By adopting a proactive approach to obsolescence management and supply chain solutions, we help organisations reduce risk, increase efficiency and enhance sustainability. Working with us ensures:
- Reduced Risk: Minimising downtime and disruptions due to part shortages.
- Increased Efficiency: Streamlined procurement and supply chain processes that lower lead times and costs.
- Sustainability: Supporting clients’ sustainability goals by extending the lifecycle of critical systems.
- Tailored Solutions: Providing bespoke strategies that align with each organisation’s goals and operational needs.
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United Kingdom